Antique Sandstone Buddha
Style
Burmese Buddhist sculpture depicting the Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra, the earth-touching gesture symbolising his enlightenment beneath the Bodhi tree and triumph over Mara. The sculpture reflects the traditional Burmese approach to Buddhist iconography during the early Konbaung period.
Period
18th Century, Early Konbaung Dynasty, Burma (Myanmar). The Konbaung dynasty established itself in the mid-18th century and became the final royal dynasty of Burma, overseeing a significant period of Buddhist artistic production.
Material
Sandstone.
Size
Height: 50 cm.
Provenance
Private french collection
Condition
Losses and cracks, consistent with age. The sculpture should be considered in antique condition with visible areas of damage and material loss( loss at throne level + crack on the torso)